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Pastel Society Alaska
Pastel Society Alaska

Warmth in Winter

January 28 – February 28, 2023 | Online
Deadline was January 16th. Open to Members and Non-Members.
Radiant Profusion by Lyn Diefenbach
Radiant Profusion by Lyn Diefenbach

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Deadline for entry was January 16, 2023

Prizes

  • Best of Show — $500
  • First Place — $300
  • Second Place — $200
  • Third Place — $100
  • Award(s) of Merit — To Be Decided

Description

What warms your body and soul in winter? Is it tangible, warm and fuzzy like a bear hug? Maybe it’s more ethereal like the warmth of the sun, the crackle of fire, or steam rising. Warmth in Winter can take many forms. Use your imagination to spark a warm feeling in the hearts of your viewers, have fun, and show your art to the world.

Judge of Awards

Lyn Diefenbach, an artist based in Australia, will be the judge for Warmth In Winter online show. Visit her website at www.LDief.com. Lyn was accepted into the International Guild of Realism in 2008, and holds Master Pastellist status with the Pastel Society of Australia. She was awarded Eminent Pastellist status in the International Association of Pastel Societies in 2019, having achieved master Circle status with that group in 2014. Lyn was accepted into the Pastel Society of America as a Signature Member in 2016. She has been featured numerous times in the International Artist, Pastel Journal and Australian Artist magazines.

Eligibility

  • This online Exhibition is open to any artist anywhere in the world.
  • Submit only the work itself: do not show mat, frame, background, glass reflections, etc.
  • This competition is for pastel paintings. 80% of the exposed surface must be dry pastel. No oil pastels or mixed media.
  • There is no artwork size limitation.
  • Original artwork only, not copies from other artist’s work or published work. If the outcome of the piece has been significantly and unduly influenced by another artist’s work, the jurors may consider the piece to be Artwork created on top of a photo is not eligible. Altered photos with pastels added are not eligible.  
  •  If a photo reference is used, the photo needs to be taken by the artist, or if using a photo taken by someone else, you must provide if requested from PSAK written permission from the photographer to use the reference.
  • Work done in a workshop or under guidance from an instructor is not eligible.
  • All subjects and styles, except nudes, are eligible. PSAK reserves the right to refuse any entry for any objectionable depictions or for not following these rules.
  • Work may be for sale or may be listed as NFS (Not For Sale).
  • PSAK reserves the right to refuse any painting that does not meet these standards.

Fees

PSAK members
$30 for up to 3 entries; $10/entry for each additional entry up to 6 maximum.

Non-members
$40 for up to 3 entries; $10/entry for each additional entry up to 6 maximum.

Entry fees are non-refundable.
 
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Notification

Up to six entries may be submitted; no more than two per artist will be accepted for the exhibition.

Sales

No commission will be expected, but if your work sells during the show, a 20% donation to PSAK will be greatly appreciated. If there is interest in purchasing an artwork, PSAK will put the buyer in direct contact with the artist. The artist and buyer will then work out the details of the purchase and delivery.

Additional Notification Information

Notifications will be emailed and posted in your ShowSubmit account by the end of the day on January 23, 2023.

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Image and Filename Specifications

  • File Format: Submit original, high-quality JPEG image files. Other formats (e.g., PNG, TIFF) are not accepted.
  • Crop Your Image: Ensure only the artwork itself is visible in the image. Do not show any visible matting, frames, or background distractions.
  • Orientation: Make sure your image is oriented correctly (right side up) so that the artwork appears in its intended viewing direction.
  • Image Size: You do not need to resize your image files before uploading. The system will automatically resize them. Smaller images cannot be enlarged to meet the requirements, so ensure your images are high resolution before uploading.
  • File Names: You do not need to rename your files before uploading them. The system will handle any file naming requirements.
  • File Size: There is a 30mb maximum file size limit. Larger image files will take longer to upload and process.

Additional Entry Information

  • You will pay for your entry by credit or debit card using our secure checkout system.
  • After your entry is submitted and paid for, you may log back in to review your entry, edit artist and image information, and add or substitute images up until the entry deadline (January 16, 2023.)
  • Entry fees are not refundable and must be submitted and paid by the entry deadline.
  • Entries cannot be accepted or changed after the deadline. Incomplete entries will be disqualified.

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